Assistant Sales Manager, Corporate

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Job Description For Assistant Sales Manager, Corporate

FAIRMONT

Company Description

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Rising over the slopes of the Bosphorus, surveying centuries of history, yet silhouetted against the modern skyline of Istanbul, the Fairmont heritage of distinction and style comes to Istanbul, fusing with the city's storied history and traditions to bring guests an exceptional experience in the heart of one of the world's most talked about destinations.

Fairmont Quasar Istanbul is at once in touch with this fabulous city's past and part of its dynamic future, rising up from the heart of Istanbul's main business district. Offering sophisticated travelers 209 guest rooms with a diverse selection of restaurants and bars serving everything from elegantly crafted cocktails to exquisitely authentic Turkish cuisine. With 2,000 square meters of meeting and event space, Fairmont Quasar Istanbul is ideal for meeting and special events while the luxurious Fairmont Spa and state-of-the-art gym are the perfect places to relax and revitalize.

Job Description

Sales Support and Development:

• Assist the Sales Team in identifying and developing new business opportunities within the corporate segment.
• Support the preparation of sales presentations, proposals, and contracts tailored to client needs.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitors, and potential clients in the corporate travel market.
• Actively contribute to achieving corporate sales targets by managing a portfolio of clients and accounts.

• Build and nurture strong relationships with corporate clients, travel agencies, and Accor Key Account Managers to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
• Serve as a point of contact for corporate clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
• Coordinate site inspections and client meetings.

• Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns and promotional activities targeted at corporate clients.
• Represent the property at trade shows, networking events, and industry-related meetings to promote the brand and develop business relationships.

• Collaborate with internal teams, including reservations, operations, and marketing, to ensure smooth execution of corporate bookings and client requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date client records, contracts, and communications within the CRM system.
• Provide support in generating sales reports, market analyses, and performance updates for management review.

• Prepare and manage sales-related documentation, including contracts, reports, and presentations.
• Track and report on sales activities and results to the Sales Manager and Director of Sales.
• Monitor and analyze key performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in sales, preferably within the hospitality or corporate travel sector.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, MS Office Suite, and sales-related tools.
• Knowledge of corporate travel management and familiarity with global distribution systems (GDS) is a plus.
• A proactive and results-driven mindset, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.